Disaster Alert
The powerful winter storm affecting the East Coast will continue to bring heavy snow accumulation and blizzard conditions throughout most of the East Area. A total of 1 to 2 feet of snow is expected in some areas. A Snow Emergency is in effect for Washington DC. The South Area are forecast to continue receiving snow and rain showers today. Windy and cold conditions are expected in several portions.Snow is expected in several portions of the Central Area with up to a foot of snow possible in some areas. Light snow and rain is likely in parts of the West Area.
North Carolina – The Winter Wallop Storm dumped several inches of snow in numerous counties throughout the state and closed roads, stranded travelers, and caused power outages that prompted the evacuation of local residents.
As of midnight, Dec. 19th, there was a total number of 10 ARC managed and partner shelters with 161 occupants.
The Asheville Mountain Area Chapter deployed a Disaster Action Team (DAT), opened 6 shelters and supported another for scores of overnight travelers and affected-area residents.
Haywood County Chapter deployed a DAT and opened a shelter for 28 overnight residents.
Polk County Chapter deployed a DAT and opened a shelter for 40 overnight affected-area residents and stranded travelers.
Transylvania County Chapter placed a shelter on stand-by.
Catawba Valley Chapter deployed a DAT and opened a shelter for travelers and residents in the affected area.
West Virginia – The Winter Wallop Storm continued up the East Coast on Friday within Greenbrier County and closed a major highway that left travelers stranded late Friday night.
As of midnight, Dec. 19th, there was a total number of 1 ARC managed and partner shelters with 76 occupants.
The Greenbrier Valley Chapter deployed a DAT, opened a shelter for 76 overnight residents, placed another one on standby and provided Mass Care.
